Pinks & Blues Product Reviews

mama-to-be

2008-06-30T00:00:00-04:00

Say Bump.

That's right, Say Bump. Maternity tees, that is.

Make that, maternity tees that are edgy, trendy and just plain fun.

This entire line of tees revolves around (appropriately enough) the word "bump."

Clever, witty and amusing, whichever of the 30+ designs you choose from, you will certainly have many "bump" admirers.

Some of my favorites slogans are:

"Boy Bump." I could be drawn to this one because I have had 4 "Boy Bumps" of my own.

"Bump Part 2, 3, 4" (you decide!). This one lets you spread the word as to which number "bump" this is for you.

"Bump and the City." Whether it's your favorite show or you are having a baby in the City, this tee is (as Samantha would say) fabulous.

"Double Bump." Self-explanatory and straightforward. Twins on board!

Wear your bump proudly. Wear it with style. Wear it with Swarovski crystals. Just have fun with it.

And don't forget to Say Bump.

- Audrey.

mama find

2008-07-01T00:00:00-04:00

I'm only 2 weeks out from having a c-section, but I'm definitely looking forward to getting back into the "W" word.

Can you guess what that word is?

That's right: Workouts.

I'm not going to be able to jump into a fitness routine gung-ho right away, so I'm going to have to start slow. And I have actually found a way to start feeling like I'm on the right track, even now.

Let me introduce you to Victoria's Secret's FitFlop Fitness Shoe.

It looks like a flip flop, but (are you ready for this?) burns calories and tones your legs while you walk.

Just how do they do it?

There is a built-in micro-wobbleboard workout-enhancing effect.

So the FitFlop tones the muscles in your feet, legs, butt, stomach and back just while you're out and about doing your daily chores or walking around your house.

The FitFlop absorbs shock on your feet, calves and glutes, and aids in improving your balance and posture.

I was skeptical, but I can say now that I am in love with a Fitness Shoe. Who would have thought?

Now if only they'd create a shoe that would help eliminate stretch marks...

- Audrey

baby find

2008-07-02T00:00:00-04:00

I love soft, cozy socks. Always have, always will.

And I always make sure that my infant son's toes are super warm and snuggly when I dress him.

Who helps me accomplish this? KN Karen Neuburger.

Known around the globe for comfort-inspired and luxury products, the company now brings its high quality comfort to babies.

How perfect is this? After all, every baby deserves to be pampered.

We buy cute tops and bottoms. We buy adorable hats and shoes.

Why should socks be any different?

The KN Karen Neuburger Infant Chenille Lounge Socks are must-have additions to any baby's wardrobe.

Don't you just love how they call them "lounge socks?" And let me tell you, not only are they adorable, but they are the softest, most snuggly socks that I have ever put on any of my sons' feet.

My newborn son lives in his white and blue set. (The set is also offered in white and pink... but with 4 boys, pink is a rare color to be found in my house.)

Spoil your precious baby. Relax knowing that your baby's feet are as warm and cozy as can be.

Use the word "lounge."

Get your little one some Infant Chenille Lounge Socks.

- Audrey

kid find

2008-07-03T00:00:00-04:00

My oldest son insisted he had monsters in his room. (Thanks, Monsters, Inc.)

Each night we had to check under his bed, check in his closet and leave a minimum of 2 night lights on.

I say "would" because we no longer have to do this, thanks to Monster Proof.

The Monster Proof pajamas and The Sleeping Zzzzz children's book were created by Kathy Carabasi to help ease and eliminate a child's fear of monsters.

Wearing the pajamas and reading about the "nice monsters" in The Sleeping Zzzzz has actually worked wonders for my son.

The snug-fitted pajamas are made of 100% cotton and designed with fun, vibrant colors.

They come in layettes and 2-piece Long Johns, so your child can be "monster proof" at any age... just by wearing these special pajamas!

This has helped my son so much that we pretty much make sure that a pair of Monster Proof pajamas is ready to be worn every night.

But what I especially love is the book. My son has fallen in love with the Sleeping Zzzzz family - five pillow pals named Zam, Zimbo, Zeek, Zelly and Zack.

Each character has his or her own personality and represents one of the 5 senses. And each uses his or her special sense power to see, taste, hear, smell and touch monsters before they can get to your child.

How cool is that?

Between the Monster Proof pajamas and The Sleeping Zzzzz book, your little one will be rest assured that the monsters are being kept away.

- Audrey

dad find

2008-07-04T00:00:00-04:00

Baseball season is in full swing.

Maybe you've been to a few games this season.

At the very least, you've watched some pretty good games on TV.

And depending on your team of choice, you are either flying high - or not-so-high - with the current standings.

Either way, you can celebrate your loyalty with Personalized Home Jerseys offered at MLB.com.

These jerseys, available for all Major League teams, feature authentic lettering, numbers and all on-field details.

You can choose to have your favorite player's name on the back of the jersey or add your own name and number.

And for you Red Sox fans out there (that would be me!), you can even get a 2007 World Series patch with your personalized Boston jersey.

So get your game face on and suit up.

- Jane

grand find

2008-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

Anything that promises a "face lift in a jar" is going to get my attention.

No surgery? No injection procedures?

No chemical peels? No weekly facials?

And I still get firmer, more youthful looking skin?

Sign me up.

Athena 7 Minute Lift delivers what it promises.

Just by using a pearl-sized drop of this cream for the past few weeks, I have begun to see the results.

Athena 7 Minute Lift is made from 12 Greek Organic Essential Oils - Avocado, Chamomile, Elderweiss extract, Lavender, Olive, Orange Peel Oil, Peppermint, Rose, Sweet Almond, Grapefruit Peel Oil and Sesame Seed Oil, which together help to reduce wrinkles, erase facial lines and firm up sagging skin.

If you're looking for something to firm your skin, but you're wary of Botox (I know I am) give this a try.

After applying, you will actually begin feeling it work in 7 minutes.

The cream was recently featured by AOL as one of the top 5 anti-wrinkle cream products on the market, and best-selling author Dr. Eric Kaplan gave it a shout-out on "Good Morning America."

Give your skin a chance to be smoother and firmer with one drop of heaven... I mean, Athena 7 Minute Lift.

- Sharon

pet find

2008-06-29T00:00:00-04:00

I'm a fiend when it comes to taking pictures of my dogs, so I'm not lacking when it comes to photographs of them.

But you know when there's just something about a photo that is extra special?

Usually I print those photos out and frame them, but there are times when I want to do something more.

And now I can.

Maxine & Sophie offers custom Pet Portraits, which are fun, timeless and one-of-a-kind (like your pet!).

All you need to supply is the photograph, and then choose the size of your portrait (8x10, 11x17, 24x36 or 36 x 48) and whether you want an Acrylic on Paper or an Acrylic on Canvas.

And then just wait for your unique and memorable creation to come to you (like you've taught your pet to do, right?).

These custom Pet Portraits also make fabulous gifts for the pet lover in your life. Like me (hint, hint, honey!).

- Jane